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If you're looking for a budget place in Stellenbosch, the Banghoek backpackers is definately good value for money. The 2p ensuite was brand new and very comfortable. And there are very cosy seating areas outside everywhere. However, the backpackers is quite a long stroll from town and at night it's not the best idea. Also, the girl working at the backpakers made some kind of snarky remark about me taking a taxi back from town, I did not appreciate that!

Overall good hostel. We didn&#39;t realise how far it was from the train when we arrived and ended up walking for ages with our big bags. Our fault for not looking, so just make sure you get a taxi! Staff were friendly and helpful, gave us a map and explained where everything was. They even dropped us back to the train station when we left as an apology cause the wifi was down and we couldn&#39;t get an uber (seemed to be down in the whole town though, so not their fault). Shower a bit on the cold side